Sony PSP Black - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The PSP is Sony's first foray into the world of portable gaming, and arrives with a bang: Jørgen Sundgot takes a break for just long enough to type up his review - and nurse his cramps.

Pros: Fabulous graphics ; analog stick ; excellent screen ; versatile functionality

Cons: Multimedia potential not realized ; Memory Stick Duo cards comparably expensive

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Review summary: To coincide with the European launch of the PSP, we've updated and republished our original review.

Verdict: Sony has redefined mobile gaming with the PlayStation Portable. I never imagined that the PSP would be this good, and this is one product that has to be seen to be believed. When Sony released the original PlayStation, the balance of power in console ...

Pros: Screen, games, menu system

Cons: Likely to get scratched if you don't protect it, a must have item for thieves

Verdict: This is going to be the must have gadget of the season for gamers and gadget lovers alike

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Review summary: After months of delay, the Sony PSP is finally here in Australia. Should Nintendo be worried? Read our Australian review.

Pros: Amazing high res screen, Plenty of grunt for almost PS2-quality gaming, Built-in wireless capability, Stylish design, Decent battery life, UMD Movies look great

Cons: Only comes with 32MB Memory Stick Duo, Shiny front will turn you into an obsessive cleaner, Limited functionality when it comes to music and photos, Complicated process to transfer your own movies for viewing

Verdict: It looks amazing and plays games and movies just as well. The PSP is an outstanding portable games machine and a decent movie player, but we'll have to wait for the next version for better music and picture functionality.

Review summary: Over the past quarter-century, consumers have been bombarded by portable electronics. From the Walkman, to the PDA, to video players and handheld games of every description, the allure of technology-to-go has proven irresistible. But what constitutes ...